In an intricate network of interactions, small variables can trigger a chain reaction, a phenomenon we call the domino effect.
The domino effect in Chinese soccer has kicked in...
Initial trigger: Fellaini's departure
Recall that a week ago, Shandong Taishan officially announced that the team's core foreign aid Fellaini will bid farewell at the end of the season.
Fellaini spent five seasons with Taishan and was one of the witnesses of the golden dollar era of Chinese soccer, as well as one of the league's few big-name international stars.
In five years, Fellaini's high salary was not in vain, and his dedication inspired the Taishan team and even more fans.
Despite the reluctance, Fellaini's departure is a foregone conclusion.
Then, Wuhan Sanzhen midfield core Stancho quickly announced he was joining the Saudi League, followed by Beijing Guoan's Ademi, who announced his departure to Dinamo Zagreb.
What's going on? Why did Stanciu and Ademi also leave?
Stanciu is a rare standout in the Premier League up front who is cost-effective and powerful, sorting out a clear pulse for Wuhan Three's attack.
Ademi has not lived up to expectations, but his professionalism is exemplary among foreigners.
However, why does the departure of these foreign aiders give the impression that high-level foreign aiders are gradually abandoning the Chinese Super League and that our league seems to lack attraction for them?
Currently, the only big name left in the Chinese Super League is Oscar of Shanghai Port, but who can guarantee that he won't leave at the end of the season? After all, Oscar's desire to escape from the Chinese Super League has been a long time, and if he can help Shanghai Port to win the championship, Oscar will have no regrets, and there is no reason for Shanghai Port to retain him.
Ripple Reaction #1: The attention and excitement of the league will plummet
The level of the Chinese Super League depends largely on foreign aid, and the breakthrough or failure of a club's performance depends largely on the integration and performance of foreign aid.
For example, five years ago, when Shanghai Port won the championship, it was not the high level of domestic players, but super foreigners such as Oscar and Hulk who held up the team.
Jiangsu Suning's dissolution and Wuhan's three towns' winning the title last season also relied on excellent foreigners such as Teixeira, Stancho and Malcolm.
Guangzhou Evergrande has also built a dynasty with its gold dollar soccer, which is supported by foreigners such as Paulinho and Talisker.
As a result, the departure of foreign aid will lead to a significant drop in the league's statistical metrics, and a decrease in the level of excitement and attention.
Chain reaction 2: The overall strength of domestic players will further decline
The departure of foreigners has made it necessary for domestic players to adapt to a higher pace of competition.
Take Guo Tianyu, for example, who played a key role in Taishan's title-winning season and learned a lot from Pelé and Fellaini.
However, once the league lacks good foreign aid, domestic players will lose the opportunity to learn and their ability will decline.
More seriously, the decline in the ability of domestic players will directly affect the overall level of the national football team.
The national football team drew with Malaysia in their recent warm-up match, raising concerns about their future prospects.
Sadly, the internal chaos within the CFA and the lack of people in charge of league management, the national team, and youth training make people worry about the future of Chinese soccer.
